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May 9
1h 16m

I Went to Nicaragua to Slow Down—Here’s ...

Brittany Ford
About this episode

In this deeply personal solo episode, I share how our trip to Nicaragua became a transformative journey in nervous system regulation, parenting, and conscious living. 

From barefoot grounding to outdoor schools, I dive into how slow, intentional living changed my perspective on health, tech, food, education, and motherhood.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or just crave a deeper connection with yourself and your family, this episode is for you.

I TALK ABOUT: 

05:10 — How Nicaragua rewired my nervous system and reset my stress response

18:50 — Circadian rhythm, sunlight, EMFs, and the surprising benefits of low-tech environments

26:00 — Real signs of healing: HRV improvement, deeper sleep, less stress, and feeling home in my body

32:30 — Hydroponic permaculture farming, fresh food, and gut-brain health

38:00 — Touring off-grid schools: biologically aligned education, tech-minimal classrooms, and food policies

46:00 — Health education, and navigating controversial parenting choices

56:50 — Traveling with a baby: sleeping tips, gear recommendations, flexibility, and letting go of routines

1:09:45 — Post-travel integration: How I’m bringing slow living into my life

1:13:40 — Sneak peek at my upcoming women’s biohacking retreats

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